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Visiting Pays de la Loire, France in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 23% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.0 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Pays de la Loire.

December has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). December is too cold for swimming in Pays de la Loire for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Consider visiting Pays de la Loire in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Pays de la Loire in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Pays de la Loire.

December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 23% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.0 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Pays de la Loire in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Pays de la Loire for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Pays de la Loire?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Pays de la Loire.

December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 23% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.0 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Pays de la Loire. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). December is too cold for swimming in Pays de la Loire for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Pays de la Loire warm in December?

No, Pays de la Loire is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 10°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Pays de la Loire in December?

The average day light hours per day in Pays de la Loire in December are 8.6. The sunshine percentage is 23% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.0 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Pays de la Loire in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 10°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 3°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 4°C (38°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Pays de la Loire in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 8.6 per day in Pays de la Loire. The sunshine percentage is 23% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.0 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Pays de la Loire in December is typically 0.9 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Pays de la Loire in December

The average sea water temperature in Pays de la Loire in December is 15°C (59°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Rainfall in Pays de la Loire in December

December weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. December has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Pays de la Loire in December is 0.9cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 14.4 rainy days in December making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Pays de la Loire in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Pays de la Loire in December is 7°C (44°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Pays de la Loire in December is typically 96.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 97% in the previous month and 97% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Pays de la Loire in December is typically 86.2%. The average relative humidity is 86% in the previous month and 87.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Pays de la Loire in December

The average maximum wind speed in Pays de la Loire in December is typically 27KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 26KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Pays de la Loire in December is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Pays de la Loire in December is from the West-Northwest.

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